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A French gold and enamel snuff box, maker's mark LT branch between, circa 1850-60
Estimate
10,000 - 20,000 USD
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Description
- Gold
- length 3 3/8 in.
- 8.6cm
oval, the cover decorated with champlevé blue enamel and engraved with foliate scrolls, the sides and base matching on engine-turned ground, the top now mounted with a minaiture of Marie-Antoinette surrounded by four diamonds, the inside cover engraved with arms under a Papal tiara and "Paris 3 juillet 1921"; in fitted box stamped F. Mazères
Condition
base rim pushed in at one point, settng of diamonds show roughly inside; inside with fabric-covered panel
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.